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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit from R912

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MQP
Dec 11 — Dec 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga are usually found in February or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Nelspruit (MQP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 669

One-way from

R912

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R2 322
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 19/12-26/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Nelspruit
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 7/12
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Nelspruit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R850 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R199 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 November 2025.

Fri 14/1111:45JNB - MQP
Nonstop1h 00mFlySafair
Fri 21/1113:20MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mFlySafair
Deal found 10/11R1 359
Fri 21/1111:45JNB - MQP
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1110:50MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R1 720
Wed 10/1210:25JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Wed 17/1212:40MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 10/11R1 823
Thu 25/1211:05JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Thu 1/116:15MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 10/11R1 841
Sat 20/1215:55JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Tue 23/1217:20MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 10/11R1 858
Thu 13/1111:05JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1113:20MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R1 875
Thu 20/1115:55JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1113:20MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R2 013
Fri 21/1111:05JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Sun 23/1110:50MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 9/11R2 150
Mon 24/1118:10JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Fri 28/117:15MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 9/11R2 167
Wed 26/1115:55JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Sun 30/1117:20MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 11/11R2 185
Sat 29/1115:55JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Sat 6/1216:15MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 10/11R2 305
Fri 21/1111:05JNB - MQP
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Tue 25/117:15MQP - JNB
Nonstop0h 55mAirlink
Deal found 9/11R2 615

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JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

11:45-12:45

Nonstop1h 00m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 23/11

10:50-11:45

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 720

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

10:05-11:00

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 11/1

17:20-18:15

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 806

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

15:55-16:50

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 1/3

12:40-13:35

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 806

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

10:25-11:20

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Wed 17/12

12:40-13:35

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 823

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

11:05-12:00

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Thu 1/1

16:15-17:10

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 841

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

7:00-7:55

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Tue 6/1

16:15-17:10

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 841

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

11:45-12:45

Nonstop1h 00m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Fri 19/12

13:20-14:15

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 875

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

18:10-19:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Tue 3/2

10:50-11:45

Nonstop0h 55m

R1 995

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

11:05-12:00

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 23/11

10:50-11:45

Nonstop0h 55m

R2 150

JohannesburgNelspruit

JNB - MQP

JNBMQP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

15:55-16:50

Nonstop0h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 30/11

17:20-18:15

Nonstop0h 55m

R2 185

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit (average of R963). Flying from Johannesburg to Nelspruit in September is currently the most expensive (average of R1 428). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MQP?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Nelspruit at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 84% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to MQP are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelspruit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelspruit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nelspruit. Reviews last updated 11 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and FlySafair from Johannesburg to Nelspruit by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,5

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nelspruit from Johannesburg?

    Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kruger Mpumalanga from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 17 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Nelspruit airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 16,9 km journey from Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) to Nelspruit’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit can take about 55m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R1 806. The distance between Johannesburg and Nelspruit is about 299 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Nelspruit round-trip?

    Currently priced at R822, FlySafair will fly you from Johannesburg to Nelspruit and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Airlink for as low as R1 751. FlySafair is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    Before booking your flight to Nelspruit from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FlySafair (76%), Qatar Airways (75%), Turkish Airlines( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    On average you can expect to pay R1 826 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. The cheapest flight overall is R664 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga) is currently priced at R1 806.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Nelspruit flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Nelspruit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nelspruit (average of R963). Flying from Johannesburg to Nelspruit in September is currently the most expensive (average of R1 428). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR822AverageR1 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 751AverageR2 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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